Marlboro County Sheriff's Office

06/13/2026

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MISSING PERSON UPDATE

The Bennettsville Police Department continues to actively investigate the disappearance of Michael Anthony Simmons, who was last seen on March 14, 2026, in the Bennettsville area.

Over the months from May until now, additional search efforts have been carried out, including gathering information locally, speaking with officials in the NC area where there were indications he might have been, and collecting any helpful information to assist in locating Mr. Simmons.

Despite these extensive efforts, no new evidence has been found.

This case remains open and active, with investigators continuing to pursue all possible leads.

📞 Anyone with information is urged to contact the Bennettsville Police Department at 843-439-3620 or the non-emergency number at 843-479-9999.

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06/13/2026

📍UPDATE - The dirt bike has been recovered and the Marlboro County Sheriff's Office would like to extend gratitude to Bill Pate, who played a pivotal role in facilitating the return of the property.

🚨 STOLEN DIRT BIKE – COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE REQUESTED 🚨

The Marlboro County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a dirt bike that was reported stolen in the Clio area.

The dirt bike is a 2018 model red and white dirt bike. While the make and model are currently unknown, the vehicle has been entered into NCIC as stolen, and the VIN is available for verification should the dirt bike be located.

According to information provided, the owner had gone swimming at Red Bluff and was unable to take the dirt bike onto the property. The dirt bike was reportedly parked in a field a short distance away from the swimming area. When the owner returned later to retrieve it, the dirt bike had been stolen.

Investigators are asking anyone who may have been in the area, witnessed suspicious activity, observed someone loading a dirt bike into a vehicle, or has information regarding its current whereabouts to contact law enforcement immediately. Citizens are also encouraged to report any recent social media or online marketplace listings matching the description of the dirt bike.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Marlboro County Sheriff’s Office at (843) 479-5605. If the dirt bike is located, deputies can verify ownership through the VIN and NCIC entry.

Please share this post to help spread the word throughout Marlboro County and the surrounding areas. Community assistance is often a key factor in recovering stolen property and identifying those responsible.

This case remains under investigation.

06/13/2026

Eric Lamont Ivery Jr is being wanted by the Marlboro County Sheriff’s Office for outstanding warrants of Assault and Battery of a High and Aggravated Nature, Possession of a Weapon During the Commission of a Violent Crime�, and Malicious Injury to Property. These charges are related to an incident that occurred on June 4, 2026, on Hart Lane in the Bennettsville area of Marlboro County. Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is urged to contact the Marlboro County Sheriff’s Office immediately. Ivery is considered armed and dangerous and should not be approached.

Please be advised that anyone who knowingly aids, harbors, or assists this individual may face criminal charges.

We would also like to thank the Chesterfield County Sheriff’s Office for their assistance today in our efforts to locate this suspect.

This case is being handled by Inv. Sgt. J. Hatcher

-Chief Deputy Larry Turner

06/12/2026

The Marlboro County Sheriff Office has arrested Randall Hunt on 3 outstanding bench warrants for Failure to Appear on Burglary and Larceny charges. Hunt was picked up in the Wallace area of Marlboro County without incident. Thank you to the citizens of Wallace who have been providing us information on suspicious activity in the area.

-Chief Deputy Larry Turner

06/12/2026

📍Update - We appreciate the public’s cooperation and the information provided, which has helped us identify this individual as Eric Lamont Ivery Jr.

‼️Request For Public Assistance‼️

06/12/2026

The Marlboro County Sheriff's Office has arrested and charged Jessica McKinnon with providing False Report of Felonies. Upon receiving a private message from a concerned citizen through Facebook Messenger regarding the spreading of possible false information about an illegal traffic stop in Clio by two white males, the Sheriff initiated an investigation.

The shared message was located, and the individual responsible for posting the false information on her personal page was identified. The individual failed to report the incident to law enforcement or call 911, instead opted to share the information on her personal page.

Following an investigation, the individual was interviewed and provided a statement regarding her post. The investigator subsequently canvassed the area to verify the information, reviewed home security systems, and followed up on numerous tips regarding the vehicle in question. Multiple individuals were interviewed, and video footage was obtained. Law enforcement personnel then conducted a second interview with the individual after gathering all pertinent information.

During this second interaction, the individual admitted that her post was untrue. Investigators consulted with the Fourth Circuit Solicitor's Office to determine the feasibility of prosecuting the case. Subsequently, Investigator Sgt. J. Hatcher presented probable cause to the magistrate and obtained a warrant for arrest.

On 6/12/26 McKinnon was taken into custody in Dillon County without incident with the assistance of Dillon County Sheriff Office and transported to the Marlboro County Detention Center, where she awaited to be seen before a Judge.

We remind the public that sharing inaccurate information could lead to potential serious outcomes for innocent individuals. Please verify information before sharing by contacting your local law enforcement to confirm the validity of the information not shared by law enforcement or other emergency officials.

This case is being handled by Inv. J. Hatcher

-Chief Deputy Larry Turner

06/11/2026

06/11/2026

‼️Additional charges sought on Juveniles that were apprehended on 6/10/26‼️

06/10/2026

The Marlboro County Sheriff’s Office has arrested and charged Chris Oxendine with four counts of Distribution of Co***ne X4 and Resisting Arrest.

The investigation stemmed from incidents that occurred in the McColl area of Marlboro County. Deputies attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a vehicle in which Oxendine was a passenger. During the stop, Oxendine exited the vehicle and fled on foot.

After a brief pursuit into a wooded area, Oxendine was located and taken into custody with the assistance of a SLED Apprehension K-9 team.

Oxendine was transported to the Marlboro County Detention Center, where he is being held pending a bond hearing.

This case is being handled Sgt. J. Hatcher

-Chief Deputy Larry Turner

06/10/2026

The Marlboro County Sheriff's Office has filed charges of Burglary X2 and Malicious Injury to Property X2 against two individuals who absconded from AMI, located on Marlboro Road, Bennettsville, in Marlboro County. The juveniles broke into a building located on Engine House Lane and a church on 15-401 By Pass removed several items that were subsequently found in their possession, and vandalized the interior of the building by spray-painting graffiti on the walls and the locomotive.

The individuals will be transported to the Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) in Columbia, where they will have a detention hearing within the next 48 hours.

This incident is being handled by Inv. C. Bulusan.

We would like to thank the SLED Apprehension K-9 team and Bennettsville Police Department for their assistance in the apprehension of these two individuals.

-Chief Deputy Larry Turner